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Paid
1930·Movie
·1h 26min·NR·
Paid fingerprint
Strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Fast Pace5
- Violence5
Heart
Melancholic and moving
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Catharsis7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Dark Humor3
- Cringe Humor2
World
History, crime, and class and money
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Intrigue8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMelancholic and moving
Emotionally, it's melancholic, moving, and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumHistory, crime, and class and money
Its world is built around history, crime, and class and money.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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She Outwitted the Law...but Yielded to Love!
Mary Turner gets a three year prison sentence for a crime she didn't commit. Once released, she plots to get back at the man responsible for her conviction.
Pre-Code DramaRevengeWrongful ImprisonmentRuthless Social ClimbingFemme FataleClass WarfareCynical1930s AmericaMoral Ambiguity
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Questions about Paid
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Is Paid worth watching?
65
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 6.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Paid rated?
NRViolence
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is Paid?
1 h 26 min
Paid runs 1 h 26 min.
What language is Paid in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Paid use?
No Doubt the Years Have Changed MeOne Last JobBreach of Promise of MarriageEphebophileRoof HoppingTraumatic HaircutRomantic Fake–Real TurnLove TriangleShameful StripWitch with a Capital "B"Had to Come to Prison to Be a CrookFake Britand 4 more
TV Tropes lists 16 storytelling tropes for Paid, including No Doubt the Years Have Changed Me, One Last Job, Breach of Promise of Marriage.